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Benefits in Maryland

Where to apply and who to call in Maryland. For services near you, see the Maryland state page.

Medicaid

Program: Maryland Medicaid (Medical Assistance) (Maryland Department of Health)
Apply online: marylandhealthconnection.gov (adults 20 to 64, children, parents, pregnant people) | https://marylandbenefits.gov (people 65 and older, blind, or with a disability)
By phone: (855) 642-8572
In person: Yes, at a local health department or local department of social services. People 65+, blind or with a disability apply at the local department of social services or online at marylandbenefits.gov. Find an office
If you get SSI: Maryland gives Medicaid to people who get SSI; they do not need to apply.
If you work: Employed Individuals with Disabilities (EID) Program: Medicaid buy-in for working people ages 16 to 64 with disabilities, with a $10,000 asset limit and premiums based on income.

Medicare Savings Programs and the Medicaid Buy-In also go through this office. How Medicaid works.

Free Maryland advance directive forms, with instructions: Maryland forms at CaringInfo. What each form does.

211: call or text 2-1-1.
Medicare counseling (SHIP): shiphelp.org.
Area Agency on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center: Eldercare Locator, 1-800-677-1116.
Work and benefits counseling (WIPA): choosework.ssa.gov/findhelp.
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Medicaid details checked October 9, 2026. Disability rights agency from the NDRN member list; forms from CaringInfo. Last reviewed November 9, 2026.

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